Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH | Digitaldruck in Hamburg

What Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH | Digitaldruck in Hamburg does

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH is a Hamburg-based digital printing company founded in 1906 and led by Managing Director Alexander Mende. Operating from a single production site in Hamburg-Rothenburgsort with approximately 20 employees, the company combines an always-on self-serve e-commerce shop (duermeyer.de/shop) with a consultative Individualdruck (custom print) sales motion for complex orders. Its customer base spans German SMBs, design professionals and agencies, and private consumers ordering personalized print products.

The technology stack centers on an HP Indigo 7900 digital press (CMYK plus Silver Ink, Deckweiß, Cool Gray 9 special colors, One Shot, heavy substrate up to 500 µm), a Scodix Ultra 2000 for UV/3D varnish, metallic foil, hologram foil and Braille embellishment, Large Format Print capabilities, and proprietary Multiloft sandwich technology producing thick 810–1080 g/m² cards with 13 colored core options. A free browser-based Online-Designer tool enables non-designers to configure products. All finishing and post-press processing (cutting, folding, binding, die-cutting) is performed in-house. Certifications include FSC, ClimatePartner, and PSO.

Dürmeyer generates revenue through one-time direct sales of configured print products via its e-commerce storefront and through quote-based custom Individualdruck services. Pricing is publicly disclosed for standard SKUs (business cards from €10.14) with Same-Day, Superexpress, and Express speed tiers available at premium pricing. Shipping is handled via DHL and UPS to 25+ European countries plus Australia, with local Hamburg self-pickup and courier options. The company operates as an independent member of the Printfamily network and maintains direct technology partnerships with HP, Scodix, LEONHARD KURZ, and Metapaper.

Name

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH | Digitaldruck in Hamburg

Legal name

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH

Website

https://shop.duermeyer.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH is a Hamburg-based digital printing company (founded 1906, ~20 employees) operating a self-serve e-commerce shop plus a consultative Individualdruck custom-print service. It serves German SMBs, design agencies, and consumers with HP Indigo and Scodix-finished short-run printed products shipped across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Printing and Related Support Activities (323), Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing (32311)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750), Book Printing (2732)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Printing (Short-Run, Variable Data) (MPAJALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Finishing & Post-Press Services (Cutting, Folding, Collating, Laminating, Foil, Emboss) (MPAJALAF), On‑Demand Copy & Print Shops (Walk‑In / Quick Print) (EDAEAJAA)

Keywords

• Digital printing services
• Commercial print products
• Business card printing
• Print finishing services
• Online print shop

Headquarters

HQ city

Hamburg

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales (B2C/B2B E-commerce): The primary revenue stream is direct one-time sales of printed products via the online shop (duermeyer.de/shop). Customers configure and order products ranging from business cards (from €10.14) to custom print projects. The Individualdruck (custom print) division handles bespoke, high-complexity orders with personal consultation. Revenue is generated per transaction with no subscription component.
2. Custom/Individual Print Services: Tailored print services for complex requirements involving special papers, colors, finishing techniques, and personalization. Kundenberater (customer consultants) provide individual consultation and pricing is quote-based for custom orders. This stream targets businesses with unique specifications not fully covered by the standard online configurator.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH is a Hamburg-based digital printing company that produces and sells physical print products directly to businesses and consumers via an online shop. Its core offering covers the full in-house print production chain: prepress data checking, HP Indigo 7900 digital printing, Scodix Ultra 2000 finishing (UV/3D varnish, metallic foil, hologram foil, Braille), and post-press processing (cutting, folding, binding). Customers can self-serve via the online configurator or work with in-house consultants on bespoke Individualdruck projects, with runs available from one copy.

Product overview

Dürmeyer Print Media GmbH is a Hamburg-based digital printing company founded in 1906, offering a comprehensive online print shop combined with custom individual printing services. The core product portfolio spans business cards (Visitenkarten), postcards (Postkarten), flyers, folded leaflets (Faltblätter), folded cards (Klappkarten), letterhead (Briefpapier), saddle-stitched brochures, adhesive-bound brochures, indoor and outdoor stickers (Aufkleber), posters/plakate, and specialty products including Multiloft multi-layer cards, cardboard picture books (Pappbilderbücher), photo mugs, phone cases, canvas prints, and sticker cards. The company differentiates through its advanced finishing services (Veredelungen) — including UV lacquer, 3D lacquer, hot foil stamping, metallic foil, hologram foil, Braille printing, foil lamination, and embossing — performed in-house via SCODIX ULTRA 2000. A free Online-Designer tool enables customers to create designs without professional software. The Individualdruck service provides personalized consulting for complex custom projects. All products support various paper stocks, formats, and finishing combinations, with production runs starting from 1 unit. The company operates HP Indigo 7900 digital press technology and offers same-day delivery in Hamburg.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Visitenkarten (Business Cards) Customizable business cards on paper stocks of 255–450 g/m² in formats including 85x55mm, 170x55mm (klapp), and 110x85mm, with surface finishes (matt, glossy, uncoated) and finishing options such as UV lacquer, glitter lacquer, hot foil stamping, die-cutting (30+ shapes), and foil lamination.
• Postkarten (Postcards) Postcards in standard and custom formats from DIN A8 to A3, DIN lang, square, and custom sizes, printed on paper stocks of 255–450 g/m² with finishing options including UV lacquer, glitter lacquer, hot foil stamping, foil lamination, and die-cutting.
• Flyer Flyers in various formats on Bilderdruckpapier (100–350 g/m²), Designpapier (120–450 g/m²), or Recyclingpapier (100–300 g/m²), with finishing including UV lacquer, glitter lacquer, hot foil stamping, foil lamination, special colors, 3D lacquer, and custom die-cutting.
• Faltblätter (Folded Leaflets) Folded leaflets with multiple fold types including Einbruchfalz, Wickelfalz, Zickzackfalz (Leporello), Kreuzfalz, and Altarfalz, on paper stocks of 100–300 g/m² (Bilderdruckpapier, Designpapier, Recyclingpapier) with all finishing options available.
• Klappkarten (Folded Cards) Multi-page folded cards for invitations, greetings, and promotions on paper weights of 250–450 g/m², with options including UV lacquer, glitter lacquer, hot foil stamping, foil lamination, special colors, punching, corner rounding, and perforation, plus free scoring before folding.
• Briefpapier (Letterhead) Professional letterhead printing in DIN A formats plus square and custom sizes on white Naturpapier (80–100 g/m²), Metapaper Designpapier (100–120 g/m²), or Recyclingpapier (80 g/m²), with finishing options of partial UV lacquer, hot foil stamping (gold/silver), die-cutting, and special colors.
• Broschüren mit Rückstichheftung (Saddle-Stitched Brochures) Saddle-stitched brochures for documents up to 80 pages in DIN A6–A4, DIN lang, square (105x105mm to 297x297mm), and custom rectangular formats, on Bilderdruckpapier, Naturpapier, Designpapier, or Recyclingpapier, with finishing of UV lacquer, 3D lacquer, blind embossing, hot foil stamping, and foil lamination.
• Broschüren mit Klebebindung (Adhesive-Bound Brochures) PUR adhesive-bound softcover brochures for documents of 48–400 pages in DIN A6–A4, DIN lang, square, and custom sizes, with paper combinations for cover and content, finishing of foil lamination (matt, glossy, softtouch), partial UV lacquer, and 3D lacquer combined with softtouch, available as FSC-certified option.
• Aufkleber Indoor (Indoor Stickers) Indoor stickers on white adhesive paper (70 my) with permanent adhesion, in coated or uncoated options including Recyclingpapier (105 my, 100% recycled fibers), with custom die-cut shapes and partial UV lacquer finishing.
• Aufkleber Outdoor (Outdoor Stickers) Weatherproof and UV-resistant outdoor stickers on tear-resistant adhesive film with full UV lacquer coating, on white glossy or transparent glossy film (90 my), with custom die-cutting and contour cutting available.
• Plakate/Poster Posters and large format prints on Bilderdruckpapier (100–250 g/m², matt/glossy) or Affiche paper (115 g, light-blocking), in DIN A/B series and custom formats, available from a run of 1.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products available from 1 copy/unit, enabling personalized and ultra-short-run printing
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Metapaper GmbH & Co. KGcoreTechnology or Integration · 3 July 2024Metapaper is a premium paper supplier to Dürmeyer, providing the Extrarough white paper (270 g/m²) used as the cover material for Multiloft products. Dr. Axel H. Scheufelen of Metapaper spoke at Dürmeyer's Open House (03.07.2024) on the topic of sustainable paper, recycling, and alternative fiber materials. The partnership provides Dürmeyer with high-quality design papers for its premium print products.
• IGEPA group GmbH & Co. KGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 July 2024IGEPA is a large print media purchasing and marketing group. Sabine Goemann spoke at Dürmeyer's Open House on the influence of New Work and New Life on reading behavior and the importance of paper and print in effective communication and brand engagement.
• LEONHARD KURZ Stiftung & Co. KGcoreTechnology or Integration · 3 July 2024LEONHARD KURZ is a leading manufacturer of foil materials for hot stamping and finishing. Michael Teschmit presented at Dürmeyer's Open House on sustainability in transfer finishing, trends in embellishment technology, and introduced the Dreamcomposer tool for web-based visualization of foil effects. KURZ supplies the metallic and specialty foils used in Dürmeyer's embellishment services.
• Verband Druck und Medien Nord-West e.V.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 July 2024The printing and media association for North-West Germany. Jan Prentler presented at Dürmeyer's Open House on the 'We are Print' industry campaign and the association's role in representing member interests to the public, media, and policymakers. Dürmeyer participates in association activities including the industry marketing campaign.
• Scodix B.V.coreTechnology or Integration · 3 July 2024Scodix is a manufacturer of digital enhancement presses. Said Patscha presented at Dürmeyer's Open House on the value of haptic embellishment and sustainable finishing with Scodix vs. conventional methods. Dürmeyer operates the Scodix Ultra 2000, enabling digital UV varnish, 3D varnish, metallic foil, hologram foil, and Braille embellishment — a key differentiator for the company.
• PrintfamilycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrintfamily (printfamily.de) is one of Germany's largest print networks, uniting multiple independent printing companies. Dürmeyer is part of this network, providing access to shared purchasing power, technology, and industry representation. The partnership enables Dürmeyer to leverage collective scale while maintaining its independent identity and regional presence.
• HP (Hewlett-Packard) / HP IndigocoreTechnology or IntegrationHP supplies the HP Indigo 7900 digital press at the heart of Dürmeyer's production capability. This equipment enables high-quality digital printing including special colors (Silver Ink, Deckweiß, Cool Gray 9), One Shot processing, and heavy substrate printing up to 500 micrometers — the core technology platform for the company's digital printing services.
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council)coreOthersDürmeyer holds FSC certification, indicating that paper and print products can be sourced from FSC-certified forests. The FSC logo is displayed on the company's website footer, signaling environmental responsibility and sustainable sourcing to customers.
• PSO (Process Standard Offset)minorOthersPSO (Process Standard Offset) certification indicates that Dürmeyer's production processes adhere to standardized offset printing quality norms. The PSO badge is displayed on the company website, signaling quality management and process reliability.
• ClimatePartnerminorOthersClimatePartner certification supports Dürmeyer's climate-neutral shipping claim. The ClimatePartner logo is displayed on the website footer, indicating that the company offers climate-neutral shipping options for its products.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Moo: UK-based premium online printing brand specializing in business cards, postcards, and marketing materials with emphasis on high-quality paper and design-led finishes. Comparable to Dürmeyer's premium short-run, design-focused digital print positioning.
• Wir machen Druck: German online printing company focused on flyers, business cards, brochures, and postcards at competitive prices. Directly comparable as a German digital print e-commerce peer with similar SMB customer base.
• Flyeralarm: One of Europe's largest online printing platforms, headquartered in Würzburg, Germany. Directly comparable to Dürmeyer as a digital print e-commerce operator serving SMBs with business cards, flyers, brochures, and marketing materials via self-serve online shop.
• Onlineprinters (now part of Onlineprinters Group): Major German online commercial printer offering business cards, flyers, brochures, and large-format products via e-commerce. Directly competes with Dürmeyer in the same SMB self-serve digital print category.
• Unitedprint (print24 / getprint): German online print platform offering flyers, business cards, brochures, and large-format print via e-commerce at competitive prices. Directly comparable to Dürmeyer's SMB digital print e-commerce offering.
• Druckerei Mack GmbH: Mid-sized German online print shop (also part of Printfamily network) offering similar digital print products and self-serve e-commerce to Dürmeyer. Most directly comparable as a fellow Printfamily member with overlapping SMB customer base.

Broad incumbents

• CEWE Stiftung & Co. KGaA: German printing company best known for photobooks and personal photo products, but also active in commercial print and online printing services. Comparable to Dürmeyer in digital print e-commerce and online designer capabilities for personalized products.
• Cimpress (Vistaprint): Global mass-customization printing platform operating Vistaprint and related brands. Broadly comparable to Dürmeyer as a digital print e-commerce operator, though at vastly greater scale and with a much wider product range; serves as the dominant online print incumbent.

Others

• Leonhard Kurz Stiftung & Co. KG: Leading German manufacturer of hot stamping and finishing foils, supplier to Dürmeyer for metallic and specialty foils. Comparable as an ecosystem partner in the premium print embellishment value chain rather than a direct competitor.
• Scodix Ltd. Manufacturer of digital enhancement/embellishment presses (incl. the Scodix Ultra 2000 used by Dürmeyer). Comparable as an enabling technology vendor in the premium digital print finishing space rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/duermeyerprintmediagmbh
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• Instagraminstagram.com/duermeyerprintmedia

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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